Liberia Travel & Emergency Guide
Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips
Open in WooGu (100% Offline)Emergency Numbers in Liberia
911
General Emergency
911
Police
911
Ambulance / Medical
911
Fire Department
Key Travel Facts
Capital
Monrovia
Currency
LRD ($) & USD
Official Language
English (Official) & Kpelle/Bassa
Country Code
+231
Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Liberia
Urban / City
45 km/h
Rural
70 km/h
Highway
70 km/h
Alcohol Limit
0.5 ‰
Toll & Vignette: No toll vignette. 4WD vehicle strictly advised for travel beyond Monrovia.
Tipping & Etiquette
Recommendation: 10 percent standard in restaurants and bars across Monrovia. US Dollars and Liberian Dollars are equally accepted for tipping.
- DO Return the traditional Liberian finger-snap handshake with enthusiasm.
- DO Carry small USD cash bills for daily expenses.
- DON'T Never take photos of security checkpoints or government buildings.
- DON'T Avoid walking alone through unlit Monrovia neighborhoods after dark.
Power Sockets & Tap Water
Plug Type & Electricity: Type A, B & C (120V & 220V, 60Hz – US Type A/B common, universal adapter recommended).
Tap Water: Tap water is not safe to drink. Drink only sealed bottled water.
Insider Tip: Robertsport in western Liberia is world-renowned among surfers for uncrowded left-hand point breaks against lush rainforest backdrops.
